Voices for Mental Health

Certified Life Coach, Lauren Marini provides easy and practical advice for finding your purpose and joy. If you are looking to change careers, want to create a work life balance, or going through a divorce this episode is for you! (Encore Presentation)

One mother courageously shares her daughter’s extremely rare medical condition (22q duplication) along with the challenges of parenting a child with disabilities. Guest: Adriana Stallard

This episode will make you rethink everything you thought you knew about stress and anxiety. Guest Mak Estill talks about the various ways the people have been taught to lower their anxiety and why they don't work for everyone.

A very raw and fascinating conversation with cult survivor, Joanne Ometz, who shares her memories of abuse and brainwashing at a very young age by members of a cult, including her father and grandfather. Ometz also talks openly about how this traumatic experience impacted her marriage, her relationship with her son, and overall mental health.

Markita Madden talks openly about her own experience with suicide, the warning signs and risk factors. Hear why it’s so important for survivors to share their personal stories, which industries are most impacted by suicide, and importance of seeking mental health before a crisis. Guest: Markita Madden, Executive Director at American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, Virginia Chapter

Molly Rose from the Strozzi Institute for Somatics shares her expert advice on ways to move through a major life transition , the importance of NOT shaming ourselves, and the universal healing benefits of humor.

In this episode, we take an in-depth look at what happens when children grow up with a parent suffering from mental illness. Guest: Dr. Michelle Sherman

Guest, Charlie Anne Xavier, a burn Survivor and single mother of two, opens up about her physical and emotional challenges along with her journey to find joy and fulfillment.

Dr. Michelle Sherman shares her nearly 30 years of experience working in mental health research and clinical settings; and offers tips for families to reduce holiday anxiety.

Licensed psychologist Susan B Eirich shares her in-depth knowledge of working with wildlife and what it can teach humans about connection and communication .

Guest Sam Kabert was a rising star in Silicon Valley earning over a million dollars before he turned 40. Despite his success, he says he wasn't happy. Hear how this keynote speaker and three time best selling author changed his life and career and how you can too.

In this episode, you will hear from a woman who turned her own surrogacy journey into a career and what you should know about the surrogacy process, state laws, compensation, risks and rewards. Guest: Casey Oakley, Journey Coordinator, Worldwide Surrogacy Specialists LLC

Domestic violence prevention specialist talks about the differences between the military and civilian response to domestic partner abuse; breaking the code of silence; evaluating the risks, and the necessity of having a plan to leave one’s abuser. Guest: Alex Weathersby, Prevention Services Coordinator for Shelter for Help in Emergency

In this episode, you’ll hear one woman’s story about her battle with bulimia, relationship with food, and why she finally decided to have bariatric surgery. Your also hear about the risks and rewards associated with this particular weight loss surgery.

Hear one mother’s experience with PPD along with expert advice on risks factors, recognizing the signs, medication, and why it’s so important to get help.

In this episode, you’ll hear how three mature women found love on the internet; the pros and cons of online dating, tips to avoid scammers, and how to be safe dating strangers.

Hear how mental health advocates are helping individuals with serious mental illness and developmental disabilities accused of crimes avoid jail time.

Charlie Ann Xavier talks about her life changing accident, defying the odds, and how she fought through the physical and mental pain in order to remain a mother to her children.

A former teen mom shares her experience with teen pregnancy, raising children, and why she chose not to have an abortion.

Guest author Janet Sherlund offers a first hand account of the trauma, anxiety and grief that comes with being an adoptee.

In this very raw interview a daughter shares her journey from near death from alcohol addiction to finding joy in the little things in life. Plus, hear her mother’s thoughts and advice from her peer recovery specialist. Guests: Maggie Slinkman Gary, Carrie Kerwick and Lance Otis.

Hear how a daughter is using her athleticism to help her father and others with Parkinson’s live better and longer.

In this episode, you'll hear from three women who openly share their mental health journeys and the unique way they've come together to shine a light on mental illness. Guests include: Eli Bouldin-Clopton, PRS, Executive Director, On Our Own; Jessica Harris, Founder and Artistic Director, Empowered Players and Lisa Wessner, Executive Director, Always, Already, Enough.

Dina Fiasconaro shares her passion for filmmaking, her struggles with mental health, and what it is like to be a minority in a male dominated industry.

In this eye opening episode, you’ll hear from an expert on teen dating violence awareness and prevention as well as one woman’s personal experience at age 14 and how she is doing now. Guests: Alex Weathersby and Christine Lazorishak